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State of California

HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

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A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.

$67,889 / year median in California

+4% projected growth

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HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
(00106834) Department of Water Resources
JC-528864 - HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
(00106834)
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
$5,608.00 - $6,723.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date:
9/8/2026
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) Job Description and Duties This is a non-telework position located in Pearblossom, California. Under the direction of the Mobile Equipment Superintendent I, the incumbent performs repairs and maintenance of automotive and construction equipment in the field division. Incumbent will inspect, diagnose, and troubleshoot automotive and heavy maintenance and construction equipment to determine the cause of failure and the extent of necessary repairs. You will find additional information about the job in the . Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Additional Documents Job Application Package Checklist Position Details Job Code #:
JC-528864
Position #(s): 842-026-6834-080
Working Title:
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
(00106834)
Classification:
HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
$5,608.00 - $6,723.00 A New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of
Positions:
1
Work Location:
Los Angeles County
Telework:
In Office
Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time Department Information Division of Operations and Maintenance, Southern Field Division, Mobile Equipment, Southern Shop, Pearblossom Department of Water Resources (DWR) was established in 1956 by the California State Legislature. We manage California's water resources, systems, and infrastructure, including the State Water Project, in a responsible sustainable way. At DWR, we are embedding climate change response into every project we undertake. We have set standards to help evaluate how each project incorporates climate resilience principles and ensure consistency across the Department. Our mission is to sustainably manage the water resources of California, in cooperation with other agencies, to benefit the state's people and protect, restore, and enhance the natural and human environments. DWR also strives to create a trusting and welcoming workplace where employees embrace diverse viewpoints and treat each other with civility and respect. An important component of DWR's equal employment opportunity program centers around justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Department Website:
 https://water.ca.gov/ Free virtual career consultation services including one-on-one DWR career consultations, application/resume review, tips for applying, and mock interviews, provided by DWR's Recruitment and Workforce Planning section can now be scheduled via https://water.ca.gov/About/Careers. Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. Must have a valid California Class C driver's license as incumbent will be required to operate automotive vehicles on public roadways, travel to remote areas within the field division is necessary to perform the requirements of this position. This is a sensitive position and is subject to substance abuse testing set forth in California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) Regulations 599.960-599.966. Application Instructions Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date:
9/8/2026